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Rep. Sharice Davids, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Kansas' 3rd district, has been vocal on various issues through her social media presence. Her recent tweets cover topics from educational programs to infrastructure improvements and community events.

On May 7, 2025, Rep. Davids criticized President Trump's plan to cut funding for the Head Start program. She stated that "Students who begin their education with Head Start are less likely to repeat grades and more likely to complete a bachelor's degree." She emphasized that cutting this program would negatively impact thousands of American families.

Later that day, Rep. Davids highlighted the benefits of the bipartisan infrastructure law she helped pass. In her tweet, she mentioned that "Kansas is making critical upgrades — Replacing 54,000 lead pipes Improving water systems across the state." She stressed the importance of clean water accessibility and expressed pride in delivering meaningful results for Kansans.

On May 8, 2025, Rep. Davids shared her experience participating in a Congressional Soccer Match aimed at promoting healthy habits among children nationwide. She celebrated the event's success by tweeting "Another Congressional Soccer Match in the books — and we took the win!" emphasizing its role in supporting children's health initiatives.

Sharice Davids was born in Frankfurt, West Germany in 1980 and currently resides in Roeland Park. She holds a BA from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and a JD from Cornell University.